Developer - MES

Job Description

• Design, develop, test, and implement manufacturing software systems.
• Work with the MES architect to ensure solutions integrate seamlessly with MES hardware and software systems.
• Support First Solar’s manufacturing systems, R&D, and quality systems and data architectures.

• Bachelor or master degree in IT or related field.
• 2+ years in software development teams using Microsoft .NET technologies (preferred).
• 1+ years of experience interfacing with manufacturing control systems, shop floor automation, PLCs, or OPC data transfer (preferred).

• Experience in solution design and development based on multi-tiered architecture using C#, XAML, ASP.NET, JavaScript.
• Proven expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, T‑SQL development, large volume data processing and maintenance.
• Experience in Test‑Driven Development technique.
• Proven experience with software development lifecycle, Agile teams, change management process, and version control packages.
• Proven experience troubleshooting large complex software systems, creative thinker with good problem‑solving abilities.
• Experience providing software system support in a global manufacturing environment.
• Self‑motivated to learn new skills independently.
• Proven communication, interpersonal, organization, and project management skills, including ability to contribute development efforts with multinational team members.

• Design and develop new software systems and modify existing ones for First Solar’s manufacturing in a fast paced & agile development environment.
• Participate and provide inputs actively in solution design, performing analysis and tradeoffs for the various solutions and technology options.
• Understand, champion, and enforce software development best practices, design patterns, refactoring techniques and quality standards.
• Integrate and configure shop floor systems with custom‑developed and off‑the‑shelf solutions.
• Responsible for Manufacturing Systems support and meeting KPIs. Provide after‑hours support as required via on‑call roster system.
• Investigate problems related to software systems, perform root‑cause analysis, implement short‑term and long‑term preventative measures.
• Document recurring issues and present possible solutions. Produce technical documentation for service transition to operation.
• Adhere to SDLC processes, agile methodologies, safety procedures and compliance (SOX, etc.).
• Exercise effective communications & foster team building.

• Ability to take ownership of small sized tasks and deliver while mentoring team members.
• Work independently with Global MES team and stakeholders across different geographical zones to develop and deliver software solutions.
• Skilled in breaking down problems, documenting problem statements, assisting to explore alternate technology and approaches to solving problems.

• Experience with Azure Dev Ops, Git, YAML, and deploying via pipelines is preferred.
• Experience with Service Fabric is preferred.
• Experience with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Angular and Angular
  
  JS is preferred.
• Experience interfacing with Allen Bradley Logix PLCs and RSLinx software.
• Demonstrated success in integrating manufacturing hardware and 3rd party software systems.
• Experience in Windows mobile applications, digital transformation, Industry 4.0 is a plus.

• 0–10%

• $68,800 – $90,000

• Will sit, stand, or walk short distances for up to the entire duration of a shift.
• Will climb stairs on an occasional basis.
• Will lift, push, or pull up to 27 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis.
• 20/40 vision in each eye, with or without correction, is required.
• Must be able to comply with all safety standards and procedures.
• May reach above shoulder heights and below the waist on a frequent basis.
• May stoop, kneel, or bend, on an occasional basis.
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment is required (including but not limited to steel‑toed shoes, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, protective jacket or apron and arm guards).
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